Date and location for Samsung’s next Unpacked event just leaked

Source: Android Authority

TL;DR

• The launch date for the Galaxy Z Fold 8, Wide Fold, and Flip 8 has leaked.
• A Korean news outlet says Samsung could launch these devices on July 22.
• The event is expected to be held in London, rather than Samsung’s usual locations.

Leaked Launch Date and Location

Korean media reports that Samsung has finalized the venue for its next Unpacked event, where it will unveil the Galaxy Z Fold 8, Galaxy Z Flip 8, and likely the reported Wide Fold. According to Korea Economic TV, the event is slated for July 22, 2026.

Unlike previous years—when Unpacked took place in South Korea or the United States—this edition may be hosted in London, a key business hub for Samsung and the location of its UK‑and‑Europe headquarters.

Context and Timing

• Last year’s Unpacked was held on July 9, and the year before that on July 10.
• The shift to a later date could be linked to the delayed launch of the Galaxy S26 this year.

Expected Device Improvements

• Galaxy Z Fold 8: Anticipated to feature a slightly larger battery (source) and faster charging (source) compared to the Fold 7.
• Design changes are expected to be modest, as the Fold 7 and Flip 7 received redesigns last year.
• Little information is currently available about a successor to the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE, the budget Flip model introduced last year.